Vinca major 'Gold Vein'

Big Periwinkle, Myrtle, Bigleaf Periwinkle, Greater Periwinkle, Large Periwinkle

Family: Apocynaceae Dogbane


Type Perennial, groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 7A - 10A
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color Blue, lavender, purple
Bloom time Early Spring to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, cascades, container, erosion control, ground cover, specimen
Height 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green, variegated, yellow
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Prostrate, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing